Visit south Jordan’s must-sees of Petra and the Desert f Wadi Rum in one day on a private full day trip from Wadi Araba Border Jordanian side. Enjoy a guided tour of UNESCO Heritage listed wonder of Petra’s Red Rose Nabatean city highlights: including the “Siq”, the Treasury “El – Khazneh”, the Amphitheater, and the Royal Tombs. Then proceed to Wadi Rum to experience the red-and-pink cliffs and canyons of this unique and special desert valley of moon on a 2-hour 4x4 jeep tour. Your experience includes private round-trip transport with English – Speaking Driver who doubles up as your guide.
After disembarking from the ship, the assembly meeting point is at the pier. The representative will be holding a sign with the lead traveler’s name.
Meet your driver at your Wadi Araba Border Jordanian side, and relax as you travel to the spectacular rock city of Petra, hewn by the Nabataeans along trade routes 2,000 years ago. Once here, meet up with a local guide and set off to explore this UNESCO Heritage listed wonder Petra Red Rose Nabatean City
Make your way through the “Siq”, the 1-mile (1.5 kilometer) entrance gorge, and marvel at the magnificent Treasury “Al-Khazneh”, where it’s believed many riches were hidden. Then, explore Petra's other wonders, like the Amphitheater, the Royal Tombs, and the Byzantine Church as your guide shares their history.
After around two hours of exploring, enjoy free time, and lunch on your own expense. If time permits you can climb up the Monastery on your own or the High Place of Sacrifice: a clifftop altar that was once used for animal sacrifices and other ceremonies. Return to Petra’s entrance and rejoin your private vehicle and driver. Wadi Rum by private, air-conditioned vehicle
Wadi Rum by private, air-conditioned vehicle. Next, continue to Wadi Rum Desert Valley of Moon, where the movies The Martian and Star Wars were filmed. This vast chunk of desert mountains, valleys, cliffs, and rocks is known for its ever-changing pink-and-red colors, Bedouin settlements, and connections with T.E. Lawrence, also known as World War I's “Lawrence of Arabia”. On arrival, enjoy a roughly 2-hour tour by 4x4 local jeep. Trundle around the canyons and cliffs, and absorb the timeless scenery. See landmarks including the Seven Pillars of Wisdom Rocks named after Lawrence’s autobiography, and view some of the valley's pre-Christian rock carvings. Sip mint tea in a Bedouin tent. Then, journey back to Wadi Araba Border, where your day trip ends with crossing to the other side. Please note it is recommended to bring hats, sun protection, and comfortable shoes.
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